San Francisco Cooking Class: A Dumpling Dinner from Scratch
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Learn how to make your own Shanghaineese dumplings from scratch in this interactive cooking class in the heart of San Francisco.
Make dumpling dough using Chef Edmund's family recipe, and master the art of folding with precision as you create delicious dumplings filled with your choice of an American Wagyu, local organic pork or tofu stuffing. No pre-made skins will be used and you'll take home a recipe guide at the end.
Afterward, experience umami by tasting Chef's favorite sauces and creating your own secret dumpling dipping sauce. Savor a delicious three-course meal, featuring your handmade dumplings and local ingredients. Perfect for food lovers and those looking to connect over a shared culinary experience.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Make Wagyu beef dumplings from scratch in this local hands-on cooking class. Learn traditional folding skills, taste umami, and connect over food. It's the ultimate dumpling dinner party perfect for dates, friends, and foodies! (Veggie- or pork-based stuffings also available)
Sample Menu
main
Wagyu Dumplings in Your Secret Sauce
You'll have your boiled "shui jiao" dumplings inside a secret sauce you make yourself using classic Chinese flavors and sauces
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Local leafy vegetables
As a second dish, enjoy fresh market greens from local, organic Asian producers
dessert
Tang Yuan
Enjoy a sticky red bean-based treat as the final bite before wrapping up the evening
What‘s Included
Dinner
Wine available for purchase
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San Francisco Cooking Class: A Dumpling Dinner from Scratch
Reviews
11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Only the best!
donnadL2070YZ,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wow! I have a new appreciation for homemade dumpings. In our three-hour cooking class and meal, eight of us learned so much about fresh dumpling making and enjoyed sauces without additives. Organic heritage pork or vegetarian dumplings are offered. Eddie features Liv Cook Eat small batch non-GMO soy sauce and it is a world apart from commercial bottlings. Once seated, he provides an entire tray of sauces with heat, sour and sweet condiments. The sweet dumplings with bean paste for dessert were a refreshing surprise. In addition to the food, Eddie's ebullient personality, coaching and encouragement made for a memorable evening.
Best Dumpling Experience with Chef Eddie
R8376UAjulieb,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chef Eddie is a fabulous teacher, and the experience was so much fun! I highly recommend this for any group—business or friends/family. Even with a larger group (for a work event), he gave everyone individual feedback and assistance at every step of the way. In addition to the top-notch quality of instruction, Chef Eddie cares about the quality of ingredients, which is evident in the final step—eating the delicious dumplings.
Get Your Dumpling On!
karenlC4383OE,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a fun experience making and learning the secrets of dumpling making with Eddie! Not only did we learn many of the trade secrets of dumpling making, we enjoyed a tasty meal afterwards filled with our dumplings, gai lan greens and a surprise dessert! Thank you Eddie for this amazing experience!
Exceeded expectations
subrinao55,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such a great time. Eddie clearly loves what he does and makes the experience very enriching. He provides so much insight on the ingredients and how important quality is when making dumplings! He worked the room and we all received one on one teaching throughout. The food was so delicious! My husband and I can’t stop talking about it. We plan on recreating the dishes at home! We will be taking the level 2 class!
Excellent experience overall
D4414WLshannonl,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Eddie was a joy to work with. He was an excellent teacher and very engaging. He ensured we all had a pleasant, unique and intimate experience. Thank you, Eddie!
Outstanding cooking and dining experience!
X3013FKkimberlyb,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a wonderful cooking and dining experience. Eddie Lo is patient, personable, funny and very welcoming. I can’t wait to share what we learned with my husband, he will be blown away with the simplicity of prep, the amazing tastes and creating his own special tastes in the soy sauce. Loved it!!! HIGHLY recommend!!!
Had a great time
T1740AFchlo r,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great host, learned a lot - not just about cooking, but also about ingredients. Had a lot of fun! Def recommend.
Time REALLY well spent with an expert dumpling coach!
L255NTbills,Feb 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My wife and I joined a class with 2 other couples. Eddie hosts from a modern and easily accessible apartment located in a safe neighborhood. Everything that needed to be prepared ahead was ready and laid out. I could go on with a blow by blow account but I don't want to spoil it for you. Eddie is a real foodie with a particular depth of knowledge in all things dumpling. He's a great coach and helped us develop the (rudimentary) skills necessary to make our own dumplings while also learning so much about the culture that brought us this delicious cuisine. We enjoyed a group dinner together (seasonably Chinese New Year themed), devouring the fruits of our efforts while continuing to learn about and create our own custom sauce blends. The time flew and we left knowing we had learned enough to make dumplings from scratch at home, and maybe even have a fun evening hosting our friends for our own dumpling dinner. Thank you, Eddie!
Delicious, Fun, and Unforgettable!
skousnetz,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My friends and I had the best time! Eddie was a warm and welcoming host and excellent teacher—I learned so much, we shared so many laughs, and most importantly, we ate delicious food. I couldn’t recommend this dumpling-making experience more!
Homemade Dumplings
paulf347,Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Eddie was an excellent teacher, chef, and host. He was entertaining and informative. He didn't shy away from criticism, which I appreciated. I highly recommend this experience with him!
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